Nicolas Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Nicolas Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		35 31.5 N,35 46.3 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 35.525000
  • Longitude: 35.771667
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NICOLAS
Type motor vessel
Flag GR
Length 71 m
Width 10.7 m
Draught 4.3
Tonnage 748
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 10, 1975
Original Detection Year 1975
Last Detection Year 1999
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 7.4.75 VESSEL SANK OFF LATTAKIA BREAKWATER. (LLOYDS 219, 220). INFORMATION TOO VAGUE TO CHART. POSN 353130N, 354618E FOR FILING ONLY. 1.2.99 REPORT IN LLOYDS AND MSD GAVE POSN AS 0.5M OFF BREAKWATER, WHICH MEANS VESSEL IS PROBABLY ST CHARTED IN 3532.43N, 3545.50E [40028]. AMENDED TO DEAD.
Last Amended Date Feb 1, 1999

Circumstances of loss

8.11.75 UPON ARRIVAL AT LATTAKIA FROM VALENCIA, THE VESSEL RAN AGROUND OFF THE BREAKWATER. SHE WAS LATER ABANDONED AS A TOTAL LOSS. (LL 219 & 220, 8.11.75 & MSD)

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FAQ

Where is the NICOLAS wreck located?

The NICOLAS wreck is located at coordinates 35 31.5 N,35 46.3 E.

How deep is the seabed around the NICOLAS?

The seabed around the NICOLAS lies at approximately 1 meter deep.

When did the NICOLAS sink?

The NICOLAS sank on Feb 10, 1975.

When was the wreck of the NICOLAS discovered?

The wreck of the NICOLAS was discovered in 1975.

What country did the NICOLAS belong to?

The NICOLAS belonged to GR.

What cargo was the NICOLAS carrying?

The NICOLAS was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the NICOLAS?

The NICOLAS had a tonnage of 748 tons.

What type of wreck is the NICOLAS?

The NICOLAS is classified as a motor vessel.

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